Maker Conference – A conference for Canadian artisans, artists and designers

March 21, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Maker Conference – March 21, 2107

Craftadian and Canadian Small Business Women present: Maker Conference
The Maker Small Business Conference is a one-day full of education, maker success stories and valuable insights from makers just like you.

ABOUT

The Maker Small Business Conference is a one-day full of education, maker success stories and valuable insights from makers just like you. The day features informative presentations by industry experts, panel discussions on topics relevant to makers. The event includes a continental breakfast, hot lunch, beverages and snacks. It’s a day to be inspired and help you grow your creative business.

Single One-Day Pass: $59.99 each | ($74.99 after January 20, 2017)
Bring a Friend Rate (2 guests): $50.99 each | ($63.74 each after January 20, 2017)
Group Rate (group of 6 or more): $44.99 each | ($56.24 each after January 20, 2017)

AGENDA: Maker Conference

*DRAFT topic times and speakers may shuffle as we draw closer*

8:00am – 9:00am
REGISTRATION / BREAKFEST

9:00am – 9:15am
WELCOME MESSAGE

9:15am – 10:10am
MORNING SPEAKER: CRAFTING YOUR MARKETING PLAN
Join Cheryl Rankin, Fit For Business to get some great marketing tips on how to market your products with little or no money. Whether you are selling your products one at a time or starting to sell wholesale, this workshop will help you. Ideas will help you stretch your marketing dollars and make sales a bit easier.

Anyone who attends the workshop can get a complimentary 30 minute phone consultation from Fit For Business.

1:00pm- 1:40pm
“SELLING AT SHOWS” PANEL
This panel will feature expert advice, guidance and success stories:
• Tips on the Application Process (how to stand out)
• Show Organizers Voice (What we see)
• How to rock it at your next show

3:10pm – 4:00pm
“HELP MY BUSINESS … ” COMMUNITY PANEL
This open panel will open it up to the audience for a Q&A. An opportunity to ask the burning question affecting your business. All conference attendees can chime in and offer community support.

4:00pm – 4:30pm
CLOSING REMARKS

SPEAKERS

Our speakers are local makers just like you. It’s a community and it takes a village. This year we wanted to inspire makers with local success stories and feature local industry experts. Stay tuned, our speaker line up will be announced soon. If you are interested in being a speaker please email info@craftadian.ca